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Personal Running Coach · Dublin, CA · SF Bay Area

Run Stronger.
Race Smarter.
Go Further.

We don't just hand you a plan. We teach you how your body moves, how training works, and how to become a better runner — for life.

What We Coach
  • Running form & gait analysis
  • Speed & endurance development
  • Strength & injury prevention
  • Race strategy & pacing
  • Custom training plans
  • 5K to Boston Qualifier
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Years Coaching
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BQ Athletes
RRCA
Certified
USATF
Certified
15+
Years Coaching
22
Boston Qualifiers
1,000+
Runners Coached
All
Levels Welcome
The RFL Method

A Smarter Way
to Train.

Most coaching gives you miles. We give you understanding. Every runner who works with us learns how their body works — and trains with real purpose.

01
Evaluate

We start by understanding how you move — your gait, mechanics, strength patterns, and injury history. This is your personal blueprint.

02
Educate

You learn the why behind every workout, every pace, every recovery day. Knowledge makes you a smarter, more resilient runner.

03
Build

Your plan integrates running, strength, mobility, pacing, and race strategy — all balanced around your life and your target race.

04
Refine

We adjust continuously based on how your body responds. Progress becomes predictable. Plateaus become breakthroughs.

Coach Francisco Gomez running coach Dublin CA Bay Area
Meet Your Coach

Coach
Francisco Gomez.

With 15+ years coaching runners from their first 5K to the Boston Marathon, Francisco brings a rare blend of scientific knowledge, competitive experience, and genuine care to every athlete he works with. His gift isn't just the expertise — it's his ability to make every runner feel seen and supported.

RRCA Certified Running Coach Road Runners Club of America
USATF Certified Coach USA Track & Field
15+ Marathons Completed Including Boston & New York City
22 Boston Qualifiers Trained And counting
What Runners Say

Real Runners.
Real Results.

★★★★★
Thanks to Running Fit Lab, I ran my first marathon in under four hours! The group training sessions and accountability made all the difference.
Sarah T.
Pleasanton, CA · First Marathon
★★★★★
I injured my hip from over training. Coach was super thorough and my plan was exactly what I needed to get back to running pain free.
Jane
Pleasanton, CA · Injury Recovery

Track & XC Coaching

Proud sponsor of the Dublin Distance Fiesta. Private speed coaching for high school and college distance runners — 800m through XC.

Learn About Track Coaching →
800m & 1600m
Speed mechanics & race strategy
3200m & XC
Aerobic development & strength
Private Sessions
1-on-1 coaching in the Bay Area
Dublin Sponsor
Proud sponsor: Distance Fiesta 2026
Where We Coach

SF Bay Area
& Online.

In-person coaching across the East Bay and Tri-Valley. Online coaching available to runners anywhere in the US.

Dublin, CA · SF Bay Area · Online Nationwide

Your Next
Finish Line
Starts Here.

Whether you're chasing your first 5K or your Boston qualifier — we'll build the plan, coach the process, and celebrate every stride.